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LYONS, Texas (KBTX) – The intersection of Highway 36 at FM 60 is blocked after a train hit a trailer being pulled by a pickup truck. According to a sergeant with the Department of Public Safety, the driver of a pickup truck got stuck between traffic while on the train tracks. The 40 foot trailer…

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas (KWTX) -1st Class lieutenant Austin Vonletkemann started making TikToks nearly two years ago, sharing content on what he experiences on a normal day as member of the military and a father of four girls. Vonletkemann says he “started making videos kind of poking fun at the nuisances and the normal things that…

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – Drivers are encouraged to participate in a survey on an upcoming project at the intersection of George Bush Drive and Wellborn Road. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the existing intersection, which has not been improved in more than 20 years, can no longer efficiently handle the growing…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – A local nonprofit is hosting a free concert at the Palace Theater next month. It’s the 2nd annual JazzFest, hosted by the Brazos Valley Jazz Society. The event will be showcasing both established jazz artists and up-and-coming performers. JazzFest will feature the Lone Star All-Star Band and include performances by the…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Bird’s Nest Gifts & Antiques is hosting its first-ever Spring Sidewalk Sale this weekend. There will be discounts on select overstock, holiday, vintage and antique items from the store. There will also be other vendors selling items as well. The event will be outside the shop, located at 117 N Main…

MADISONVILLE, Texas (KBTX) – Madisonville Animal Control says they’re over capacity and need help. They’re looking for people to foster or adopt some of the animals in their care. The shelter says they will provide all supplies to foster families and will do free adoptions through the end of the week. The office is located…

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – A staple landmark on Texas A&M University’s campus is out of commission after being destroyed by a wind storm last year. Mount Aggie is a man-made, turf-covered slope that lets students ski any time of the year in College Station. The ski hill is located on West Campus next to…

CALVERT, Texas (KBTX) – Law enforcement agencies continue struggling to get qualified candidates in the door. It’s a growing problem and strain is particularly felt in smaller, rural departments. Calvert, a town of less than 1,000 residents, is feeling that strain. Chief Chris Simmons says they’re looking to double their department size. Right now there…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – For students looking to attend college, filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is the main way to access grants, loans and scholarships to help cover the cost. The application recently underwent a major overhaul to become shorter, streamlined and open up more opportunities for students to…

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – The Becky Gates Children’s Center at Texas A&M University recently received a national designation as a Certified Nature Explore Classroom. They received this recognition in part because of their nature-based approach to learning, which includes outdoor classrooms. Learning takes place both indoors and outdoors at the center. Children work in…